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Arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with a tendon graft. What Medicare pays in each setting, in every state, and where it costs less.
Arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with a tendon graft.
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Questions
How much does ACL reconstruction cost?
Medicare's 2026 national price for ACL reconstruction is $5,707 at surgery center; $8,303 at hospital outpatient. Prices vary by area; private insurance usually pays more.
Where is ACL reconstruction cheapest?
Usually at surgery center ($5,707) rather than hospital outpatient ($8,303), about $2,596 less for the same service at Medicare's national rates.
Is this what I will pay?
These are Medicare's payment rates, a public benchmark for a fair price. What you pay depends on your insurance, deductible and the provider. Ask for a written estimate before you book; if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate.